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Robert J. Moore |
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Draucker Funeral Home |
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OBITUARY
Robert J. Moore, 85, of Ogallala and formerly of Arthur, died March 11, 2011 at
Indian Hills Manor.
Robert Joseph Moore was born February 27, 1926 in East St. Louis, IL., the son
of Lemuel and Magdalen Foerster Moore. Robert attended school there and
graduated from high school in 1943.
He was drafted into the
Navy and served in the Pacific on the Destroyer 509 Converse. After being
discharged in 1946 he attended college in Yankton, SD. Robert graduated in 1950
with a teaching certificate.
Robert taught school in various locations including Ainsworth and Arthur. He
retired from Arthur Schools in 1988 and then moved to Ogallala.
Robert enjoyed fishing, hunting, and being a Rockies' fan.
Preceding him in death were two sisters Mary Angela Moore and Kathlyn M.
Klamerus; and one brother Maurice Moore.
Survivors include a brother William Moore of Temple Hills, Maryland; a
sister-in-law Phyllis Moore of Indianapolis, IN; and several nieces and nephews.
Cremation was chosen and there will be no viewing. Memorial Graveside Services
will be Thursday, March 17, at 2 p.m. at Ogallala Cemetery with Father Bryan
Ernest of St. Lukes Catholic Church officiating. Military honors given by Keith
County Veterans Organization.
Online Condolences may be sent by
clicking here.
Draucker Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.